5 Ways to Get the Baby Weight to Melt Off

Eager to lose those extra pounds that haven't budged since your little bundle arrived? These tips will help

Drink your veggies When you have no time to chew, it can be way too tempting to down a frothy caffeinated beverage from your favorite coffee shop. But those drinks are usually packed with so much sugar and fat, you might as well be ordering a "Super-cal Flabby Abs Latte." In almost the same amount of time, you could whip up this green smoothie concocted by 9-months-pregnant registered dietitian and fitness expert Rebecca Scritchfield: Blend a frozen banana and two cups of raw spinach with 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup ice cubes, and two scoops of organic whey protein powder. "With less than 300 calories and three servings of fruits and vegetables, you get carbs for fast energy, nutrients to keep you healthy, and protein that will help keep you full for several hours," she explains.